Honda CB125R 2018 vs. SWM Varez 125 2020
Honda CB125R 2018
SWM Varez 125 2020
Overview - Honda CB125R 2018 vs SWM Varez 125 2020
The Honda CB125R 2018 and the SWM Varez 125 2020 are both naked bikes with similar engine specifications. The Honda CB125R has an engine power of 13.3 HP and a torque of 10 Nm, while the SWM Varez 125 has a slightly higher engine power of 15 HP and a torque of 11 Nm. Both bikes have fuel injection systems, liquid cooling, and a single cylinder.
In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. This provides good stability and handling for both models.
Honda CB125R 2018
When it comes to braking, the Honda CB125R 2018 has a single disk front brake with a diameter of 296 mm, while the SWM Varez 125 2020 has a slightly larger front brake with a diameter of 300 mm. Both bikes have advanced rider assistance systems, with the Honda CB125R having ABS and the SWM Varez 125 having a combined brake system.
In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 110 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The Honda CB125R has a rear tire width of 150 mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the SWM Varez 125 has a slightly narrower rear tire width of 140 mm. The wheelbase of the Honda CB125R is 1345 mm, while the SWM Varez 125 has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1350 mm. The seat height of the Honda CB125R is 816 mm, while the SWM Varez 125 has a slightly higher seat height of 820 mm. The fuel tank capacity of the Honda CB125R is 10.1 liters, while the SWM Varez 125 has a larger fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.
SWM Varez 125 2020
In terms of strengths, the Honda CB125R 2018 is praised for its good responsiveness, powerful brakes, sporty chassis, high-quality workmanship, and low weight. On the other hand, the SWM Varez 125 2020 is commended for its taut and sporty yet stable chassis, smooth handling, and low fuel consumption.
However, both bikes have their weaknesses. The Honda CB125R is criticized for its limited seating position and could have more power. On the other hand, the SWM Varez 125 is noted for being very high for an A1 naked bike, having a spongy gearbox and rear brake, lacking a gear indicator, and having purely functional instruments and a design that is considered rather poor.
Technical Specifications Honda CB125R 2018 compared to SWM Varez 125 2020
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Honda CB125R 2018
If you prefer a retro look in the 125cc class, the Honda CB125R is exactly the right bike. Not only does it look very grown-up, the components installed are also of very high quality, as is typical of Honda. Even though the engine only produces 13.3 hp, the CB125R compensates well for the missing 1.7 hp with its ready-to-ride weight of only 126 kg. On the chassis and braking system side, the Honda is clearly ahead of the competition and is reminiscent of much more powerful motorbikes in the naked bike class.
SWM Varez 125 2020
The SWM Varez 125 is a sporty A1 motorbike with some strengths and some weaknesses. Its biggest disadvantage is probably its position in the 125cc market. With the Yamaha MT-125, KTM 125 Duke and Honda CB125R, it faces very strong competition. Because of its seat height, the SWM is more suited to taller A1 riders who don't want to go for the usual, ubiquitous brands, but are looking for something rarer. In addition to its rarity, the Varez 125 can also score points when it comes to eating up radii in the corner and in terms of fuel economy.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB125R vs SWM Varez 125
There are a few key differences between a Honda CB125R 2018 and a SWM Varez 125 2020. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 4. It takes less time to sell a Honda CB125R with 85 days compared to 178 days for a SWM Varez 125. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 10 reviews for the Honda CB125R and 2 reviews for the SWM Varez 125 since model year 2020. The first review for the Honda CB125R was published on 06/11/2017 and now has more than 51,400 views. This compares to more than 46,200 views for the first review on SWM Varez 125 published on 28/05/2020.
